In an alarming segment about DIY security system vulnerabilities last week, Dr. Oz viewers saw footage of hackers yelling profanities at children through a home security system. As professionals, we know the dangers of DIY systems — and with some...
ESA is pleased to actively participate in Data Privacy Day, a program by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) consisting of a single day — January 28, 2021 — to inspire dialogue and empower individuals and businesses to take action...
1. You've worked in the security industry most of your career; how has your experience shaped your current role? In my 25-year career, I've always focused on our fundamental purpose: We protect families and their most prized possessions – we help create a smart, safe and secure home. I've seen our industry adapt and evolve,...
“While it has certainly been a tough year for in-person events, the Electronic Security Association (ESA) sees the value that the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) delivers each year to the pro-installed electronic security and life safety industry,” says ESA President,...
The electronic security and life safety industry has forged through 2020, taking anxiety over the global pandemic and economic recovery and transforming it into a willingness to embrace changes in business processes and workflows to stay relevant and prosperous. Ongoing support from...
Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry. Federal Legislative Summary - December 2020 December ended with the last-minute passage (something that seems to be a trend for multi-thousand-page bills that...
Congress finally acted as 2020 closed to provide a new phase of COVID-19 relief and tax breaks that will help many small businesses. The bill as passed is thousands of pages and includes the general appropriations for the next year....
The 3G and CDMA sunsets are in motion and now is the time for fire pro-installers to ensure they are adequately prepared to keep customers connected. Sunset timelines for machine-to-machine devices are different than consumer devices. As of this Q&A,...
According to History.com, the ancient Babylonians may have been the first people to create New Year’s resolutions — approximately 4,000 years ago! So, in keeping with this yearly tradition, here are our top-recommended resolutions for electronic security and life safety pros....
My kids have been learning virtually since the end of August and it has really expanded my views on communicating distantly. My fifth-grade son has mainly one dedicated teacher who is on Zoom with him and his classmates throughout the day, while my seventh-grade daughter...